Lumix help center:

[A.M.D.A.]

Hi, any PhotographyREVIEW member who has a technical problem or questions about a lumix camera can post them here as replies to this thread. Or, you can send me a message.
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Sample problems:

~How do I attach an accessory lens onto the camera?
~How can I delete pictures from the memory card?
~The camera does not turn on.
~How do I transfer pictures to a computer?
~The camera’s lens does not zoom.
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I have shot with a DMC-FZ7 for 2+ years, but will also gladly help with similar models: DMC-FZ5, FZ8, and FZ18.
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When posting your question, please try to be as descriptive as possible. Also, specify your camera model. I will try to answer as soon as possible.
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To all other PhotographyREVIEW members: If you think you can also help with any problems that have been posted here, then you are welcome to jump right in!

[toastyred]

Hi I have a Lumix, model DMC-FX10.
Recently, when I turn on the camera the screen is just black. It's on, I can take pictures, it flashes, but the pictures take as black pictures.
I've changed memory cards and it worked for 1 or 2 pictures, but it's gone back to just being black again.
Any ideas?
Thanks
Sara

[A.M.D.A.]

Hi toastyred,

I don't know much about the DMC-FX10, but I do have suggestions for fixing your problem:

#1. Take pictures using both memory cards, and if you have another battery pack, take some shots with it too.

#2. Now, take the SD card out of the lumix and stick it into a card reader. Can the photos be downloaded to a computer using the reader?
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If the pictures can be viewed in the computer and not on the camera's screen, then it is the screen thats the problem.

Let me know if this worked.